




This tour differs by offering a close, safe and carefully designed experience so you can discover the best of the destination with expert local guides. We combine history, culture and authentic recommendations so you can enjoy every moment carefree, avoiding massive routes and focusing on quality and personalized attention.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
We will board the boat, where our team will provide you with the life jackets and a brief safety talk before starting the experience.
We will sail near a signal buoy, a point where it is common to spot sea lions in their natural environment.
After a panoramic cruise along Paracas Bay, we will arrive at the stunning Ballestas Islands, a renowned natural haven for marine fauna on the Peruvian coast. During the tour around the islands, you will be able to observe closely colonies of sea lions, Humboldt penguins and a wide variety of seabirds, such as pelicans, cormorants and boobies, in their natural habitat. The rock formations and caves sculpted by the ocean offer a spectacular landscape, ideal for taking pictures and enjoying the natural wealth of the Pacific. After the visit, we will start the return to Paracas, enjoying the views of the coast and the refreshing sea breeze.
We conclude this incredible adventure and set out on our way back to Paracas.
After a brief sailing through Paracas Bay, we will arrive in front of the famous Paracas Candelabra, a huge geoglyph engraved on the sandy slope of the peninsula. You’ll have time to admire it, take pictures and record videos as the guide shares information about its dimensions, theories about its origin and the historical and cultural importance of this enigmatic symbol visible from the sea.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
From El Chaco, Paracas : Premium Ballestas Islands lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
Prices start at $20 per person for this Paracas experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, and 10:00 AM.
Children aged 1–11 pay from $20, adults from $20.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Go down El Chaco Street to the Ballestas Islands Jetty. At the junction with Gerbera Street, double and walk a few meters. You will find us near the Assistant Manager of Tourism Promotion. Look for the agency sign; staff will be properly identified. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Not recommended for children under 1 year
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
From El Chaco, Paracas : Premium Ballestas Islands | 2 hours | — | $20 | |
BALLESTAS ISLANDS + Paracas and Candelabra Reserve – Ica and Paracas | 10 hours | 4.2 (19) | $39 | View |
Ballestas Islands Tour and Premium Trekking | 7 hours | — | $70 | View |
Full Day Paracas Islas Ballestas National reserve | 8 hours | — | $50 | View |
Paracas: Ballestas Islands and the Chandelier Boat Tour | 2 hours | 5.0 (1) | $43 | View |
Tour to Ballestas Islands and Mini Buggy in Paracas Reserve | 4 hours | — | $55 | View |
Ballestas Islands excursion from Paracas | 2 hours | 4.8 (22) | $20 | View |